Axial Skeleton Crossword

This printable crossword puzzle on the topic of Anatomy has 20 clues. Answers range from 4 to 14 letters long. This crossword is also available to download as a Microsoft Word document or a PDF.

Skull bones are joined by
Only structure attached by a freely moveable joint
Protects the brain
Opening in the occipital bone
fibrous membranes connecting the cranial bones
2 bones that form the upper jaw
Lower jaw
Forms bridge of nose
2 cheek bones
Smallest bones in the face.
Curvature where you find the Sacrum
Curvature where you find L1-L5
Curvature where you find T1-T12
Curvature where you find C1-C7
Forms a cage to protect major organs (heart, lungs)
Ribs that connect directly to the sternum
Ribs that attach to the sternum by a common cartilage
Ribs that do not attach to the sternum
Flat, blade-shaped bone
Inferior and smallest portion of sternum